The laughs keep on coming with more gigs set to tickle the funny bones for audiences north of the river at Arc, Stockton.

On Friday, March 11 new comics get a chance to shine when Beat The Gong takes to the stage - up to 12 new acts try and beat the dreaded gong hosted by Danny McLoughlin , tickets £7.50.

Ever popular Danny is also back later this month for the next instalment of Catch 22 Comedy Club.

The first two gigs of the year in January and February both wowed packed crowds after selling out well in advance. Tickets are already selling fast for the March 25 gig which will see a typically strong line-up including Seymour Mace, Geoff Norcott and Jake Lambert.

Peter Vincent, of promoters Ten Feet Tall, who work with Arc to bring Catch 22 to Stockton, said: “We’ve had a great start to the year, and this month looks spot on too.

“You’ll also know him as Steve in Johnny Vegas’ much missed BBC3 sitcom Ideal, and we can’t wait to see him here in Stockton.

“And co-headliner Geoff Norcott is the name on everyone’s lips. Whether supporting Sarah Millican, starring in a YouTube smash with Rory McIlroy (2 million views in the first five days!) or selling out Edinburgh Festival with rave reviews, he’s definitely the one to watch.

“Jake Lambert is a great new act, and you know it’s always going to be a top gig when Danny McLoughlin is MC.

And have you ever wondered what happens when you reply to spam email? Comedian James Veitch is all set to explain on Saturday April 2 in his new show Dot Con.

Based on the book of the same name, the show, at Arc, explores just what happens when you respond to the unwanted emails filling up your inbox.

The self-proclaimed tech nerd takes up the scammers on their offers of free gold and quick-fix money making schemes and plays along in the show which is packed with real email exchanges and mischievous replies from the comedian. Tickets £12.